Yes. In British Columbia, you can almost always sell your home before the foreclosure process is complete. Selling early is often the best way to protect your equity, avoid a court-controlled sale, and regain control of your next steps. Many homeowners believe foreclosure means the home cannot be sold, but that is not true in BC.
The Mansour Real Estate Group has helped many homeowners across Surrey, Langley, Delta, White Rock, and Abbotsford sell before things reach the point where the lender or court takes control.
In BC, homeowners can usually sell the property at several stages:
Selling early helps preserve equity and gives you control over price and timing.
When selling before the lender gets conduct of sale, you can:
Once the lender takes conduct of sale, you lose these choices.
Even after the foreclosure petition is filed in the Supreme Court of BC, you may still list your home. Your realtor will work with your lawyer or lender to request permission. Courts often approve these sales because they help pay the debt and avoid deeper stages of foreclosure.
Most homeowners who sell early walk away with more equity than those who wait for the lender or court to manage the sale.
We assist homeowners facing foreclosure by offering:
Our team handles the sensitive details so you can focus on your next move, not the stress of foreclosure.
Will selling early stop the foreclosure?
Yes, as long as the sale pays out the mortgage or the lender agrees to the terms.
Do I need the court’s permission to sell?
Only if a foreclosure petition has already been filed. Courts often approve sales that protect equity.
Will I lose equity if I wait too long?
Possibly. Forced sales sometimes result in lower prices.
Who should I call if I want to sell before foreclosure?
The Mansour Real Estate Group has extensive experience helping homeowners sell before timelines tighten.
Selling your home before foreclosure is one of the strongest ways to protect your equity and take control of your situation. Whether you want to avoid court involvement, manage timelines, or ensure the best possible sale price, the Mansour Real Estate Group can guide you through each step with clarity and care.
The Mansour Real Estate Group, led by Mohamed Mansour, MBA and Associate Broker, is a top real estate team with over 21 years of experience and more than $750 million in completed sales. We specialize in foreclosure-risk and time-sensitive property sales across Surrey, Langley, Delta, White Rock, and Abbotsford.
Address 15595 24 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V4P 1H5
